More than six months after being announced, Apple finally launched the Vision Pro headset last week. The headset took the industry by storm as users shared their experiences with the device. The Vision Pro is Apple's most advanced product to date, even more so than the Apple Watch, considering the amount of research that went into making it a reality. The magic rests on the inside, and iFixit has taken the liberty for a teardown of the Vision Pro to reveal what powers it.
Vision Pro features a pixel density of 3,386 pixels per inch and an over-engineered battery pack with sensors
In a new video, iFixit examines the Vision Pro's battery, display, and repairability, showing how the headset functions and if it can be repaired easily. The teardown first explained how the Vision Pro's microLED display features an astonishing pixel density. Folks over at iFixit discovered that more than 50 Vision Pro pixels can fit in a single pixel of the iPhone 15 Pro's display. It was mentioned that the Vision Pro features a whopping 3,386 pixels per inch or 34 pixels per degree, which results in a stunning augmented reality experience.
Besides this, the teardown also shows Apple's M2 chip working alongside the new R1 chip to process real-time data from various cameras and sensors. This includes the internal as well as external sensors, including IR illuminators and cameras. Apple's new R1 chip processes in real-time, which results in extremely low latency between the translation of the external environment. Apple will potentially upgrade the headset with its 3nm chips alongside the upgraded R2 chip which will further improve the performance.
iFixit teardown also highlights the battery pack, which includes three separate iPhone-sized batteries stacked on top of each other. While the size is smaller than the iPhone's battery, it makes up for it with its thickness. However, the external shell is tough to open and requires tools, as Apple does not want users to open it. However, it is an over-engineered piece of slab that houses temperature sensors and an accelerometer.
Note that users can not use the Vision Pro's battery pack as a power bank as the port only supports Apple's proprietary connector. However, iFixit managed to tweak and bypass Apple's restrictions to upgrade the battery pack for the Vision Pro. It ended up with twice as much battery life on the headset. While repairability is an issue on the Vision Pro, iFixit claims that the headset does not take Apple's part pairing into account. This means that people can replace parts from other units, and the headset will not trigger a warning.
Altogether, the Vision Pro's modular accessories are a bliss, as users can easily swap the Light Seal, Light Seal Cushions, headbands, and more. However, the curved front glass can be easily damaged, no matter how durable it is. Considering durability and repairability, iFixit has awarded the Vision Pro a repairability score of 4 out of 10. You can check out the full video above for more details.
About the author: Ali Salman is a technology reporter for Wccftech mobile section with a specialized focus on Apple and the intellectual property that drives mobile innovation. He has cultivated a unique expertise in analyzing and deconstructing complex technology patents, translating dense legal and technical documents into clear, insightful reports on future products.
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